Springfield XD | Personal Defense Firearms | MidwayUSA

Published on July 27, 2010
Duration: 1:31

The Springfield XD Service Model in 9mm Luger is evaluated for personal defense, scoring 768 out of 1000. It demonstrated a Time to First Hit of 4.20 seconds and an accuracy score of 480 on a paper plate from 20 feet, using one hand. The 124-grain JHP +P cartridge achieved a knockdown factor of 768.

Quick Summary

The Springfield XD Service Model 9mm scored 768 out of 1000 in a personal defense review. It achieved a Time to First Hit of 4.20 seconds and an accuracy score of 480 in one-handed shooting tests from 20 feet.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Springfield XD-9
  2. 00:31Time to First Hit (TTFH) Test
  3. 00:45Accuracy Test
  4. 00:59Knockdown Factor Assessment
  5. 01:11Final Assessment & Score

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Time to First Hit (TTFH) score for the Springfield XD-9?

The Springfield XD-9 achieved a Time to First Hit (TTFH) score of 4.20 seconds. This test measures the time it takes to fire one well-aimed shot at a target from 20 feet using only one hand.

How accurate is the Springfield XD-9 according to the review?

In the accuracy test, the Springfield XD-9 scored 480, representing the number of hits achieved on a target within 3 seconds using a one-handed grip. This indicates good practical accuracy for its intended purpose.

What is the knockdown factor for the 9mm Luger cartridge used in the review?

The 9mm Luger 124 grain JHP +P cartridge used in the Springfield XD-9 review scored 768 for its knockdown factor. This metric assesses the cartridge's potential effectiveness in stopping a threat.

What was the final assessment of the Springfield XD Service Model?

Larry Potterfield concluded that the Springfield XD Service Model performs well as a concealed carry handgun, giving it a total score of 768 out of 1000 based on various performance metrics.

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